Escape to a Secluded Luxury Retreat Atop Guizhou's Mountains
by DAKOTA HENRY
May 4, 2025
As the city heats up, enjoy the cool mountain breeze and wildflowers here. Today, I'm recommending a hidden gem on top of the Shui tribal mountains in Dushan, offering a new way to relax and enjoy the mountain views from the clouds 🏞️!
✨ A Perfect Blend of Wilderness and Luxury
19 detached villas are scattered across 400 acres of untouched mountaintop. The east-facing terraces offer sunrise and sea of clouds views ☁️, while the west-facing terraces boast sunset and starry sky views ✨. Each room features 200° panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing you to watch the mountain mists from your bed. The best part is the private hot spring 🌋! The cliffside hot spring pool directly faces the valley, where you can soak and watch wild cherry blossoms fall. The ambiance is simply perfect.
🛏️ Embrace the Mountains
The family and kid-friendly rooms are extra large, a delight for families with children 👨👩👧! With underfloor heating and Kingkoil mattresses, you can sleep soundly like a baby 🐷, even with the mountain's temperature variations. The bathtub faces the mountain view, which is a must-praise, and the L'Occitane toiletries and smart toilet are standard. The butler will also secretly deliver a goodnight dessert, and the tremella and white fungus soup with peach resin tastes just like mom's cooking 🍯.
🌿 Limited-Time Holiday Activities
Now is the golden time for hiking! Follow a guide to explore the primeval forest and encounter the Dove Tree blossoms, resembling white doves 🕊️. In the afternoon, DIY Shui tribal tie-dye on the terrace. After your craft session, enjoy a wilderness afternoon tea with honey-roasted pears and pour-over coffee, a heavenly combination 🍐☕. Psst: The sour soup fish made by the Shui tribal auntie is amazing, so remember to ask the butler to help you order! Don't miss the mountaintop BBQ after dark. The aroma of charcoal-grilled chicken mixed with the mountain breeze will make the neighboring villas jealous!
🚗 Transportation TIPS - Key Points
▪️ Self-driving: Approx. 3 hrs from Guiyang Airport, free parking at the hotel
▪️ High-speed rail: Take a 40-min taxi ride from Dushan East Station
▪️ Lazy person's gospel: Book an airport pick-up service in advance (PS: The mountain road is a bit winding, so bring mints if you get carsick)
Post by DAKOTA HENRY | May 4, 2025












